Vienna in a global context
Many rankings and studies place Vienna among the best cities worldwide in the areas of infrastructure, housing, innovation and culture.

Vienna ranks first in a renowned international quality of life comparison between cities:
- Vienna named the world's most liveable city - The Economist
- Mercer study - Vienna is still the number one
- Vienna has won Lee Kuan Yew World City Prize 2020
Studies and city comparisons - overview
Ranking |
Title |
Year |
Language |
---|---|---|---|
1 of 173 |
2022 |
English | |
1 |
2022 |
English | |
1 of 10 |
2020 |
English | |
1 |
2020 |
English | |
1 of 231 |
2019 |
English | |
1 of 153 |
2019 |
English | |
1 of 25 |
2019 |
English | |
2 of 113 |
2019 |
English | |
2 of 115 |
QS World University Rankings by Subject 2022: Performing Arts |
2022 |
English |
2 of 50 |
2022 |
English | |
Lifestyle Rank: 3 von 150 |
2022 |
English | |
6 of 100 |
2022 |
English | |
7 of 25 |
2020 |
English | |
7 of 25 |
2022 |
English | |
9 of 150 |
2020 |
English | |
11 of 59 |
2021 |
English | |
16 von 140 |
2023 |
English | |
19 of 48 |
2021 |
English | |
22 of 500 |
2021 |
English | |
24 of 100 |
2021 |
English | |
25 of 156 |
2021 |
English |
What makes Vienna successful?
Quality of life and reputation
- Affordable housing
- Access to healthcare system and education
- Infrastructure: water supply, waste management, electricity supply
- Dense and affordable public transport network
- General safety and security
- Political stability
- Social stability
The local population and guests both benefit from the good quality of life in Vienna: Seven important questions and answers on the Mercer study (German)
Business and innovation
Vienna was ranked at number 19 of 48 cities in the "Global Power City Index 2021" (GPCI) of the Japanese Mori Memorial Foundation.
Vienna is smart, sustainable and innovative. The city is one of the most attractive locations worldwide for employees and businesses.
Vienna is the smartest city in the world
Culture and tourism
Locals and guests love Vienna’s rich cultural heritage, magnificent architecture and wealth of activities.
Science and universities
Austria's capital is one of the major centres of knowledge in the world. Next to Berlin, it is the largest university city in the German-speaking region.
Further information
- Video: Life in Vienna - Vienna Tourist Board - YouTube
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